Three Questions We Still Have About the 2025 Kia Tasman

Kia’s all-new 2025 Tasman is making waves in the dual-cab ute world, and we’re just as excited as any off-road enthusiast. With its rugged looks, Aussie-tuned suspension, and off-road promise, this ute is set to shake things up. At MRT, we’re always on the lookout for vehicles that align with our canopy solutions. And when the Tasman lands in Australia, rest assured—our research and development team is itching to get their hands on one so we can craft the perfect canopy setup for it.

Key Takeaways

• The Tasman shows serious off-road potential, but questions about its transmission, off-road features, and customisation remain.

• MRT is already preparing canopy solutions that will complement the Tasman’s build, ensuring customers can tackle any adventure with confidence.

• We’re excited to explore how the Tasman fits into Australia’s tough conditions and deliver canopies that meet our customers’ needs.

Will the Transmission Deliver Proper Low-Range Control?

During a pre-production test drive on a muddy NSW farm, the Tasman’s eight-speed auto felt a bit unpredictable in low-range. Even with manual paddle shifts, it bounced between second and third gear, making steep, slow climbs trickier than they should be. Kia says this is just a calibration tweak—but for serious off-roaders, low-range control is critical. At MRT, we know how essential it is to have gear control dialled in, and we’ll be watching closely to see if the final production version holds gears properly in tough terrain.

Can the Safety Features Be Dialled Back for Off-Roading?

Nothing kills your momentum on the tracks faster than electronic nannying. On the farm test, the Tasman’s rear sensors mistook soft mud for an obstacle and hit the brakes in reverse—definitely not what you want when you’re trying to get unstuck. We’re hoping Kia includes an off-road mode that tones down these safety features, letting drivers call the shots when things get serious. After all, real off-road enthusiasts know their limits better than any sensor.

Will Body-Coloured Flares Be Available Across the Range?

The Tan Beige pre-production Tasman looked the business with its body-coloured fender flares—tough, clean, and ready for anything. But at the moment, Kia says colour-coding is limited to Tan Beige and White. Why not offer more colours? For tradies and adventurers alike, customisation is everything. At MRT, we get that too—our canopies are built to suit your style and your build.

MRT’s Ready When the Tasman Lands

At MRT, we can’t wait for the Tasman to hit the Australian market. Our research and development team is already planning to put it through its paces to make sure we have canopies that complement its design, handle the rough stuff, and support our customers’ adventures. Whether you’re a tradie, a weekend warrior, or an off-road diehard, you can count on MRT to have the gear you need to get the most out of your Tasman.